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Types of Writing
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Spelling, Punctuation, and All that Jazz
Define me.
100
Writing that is intended to teach the reader about a topic.
What is expository writing?
100
I eated an apple yesterday. The error above would result in a loss of points from this category.
What is conventions?
100
The main idea of a student's paper could not be identified. Therefore, they would most likely receive this score.
What is a 1?
100
Correct the following sentence. He have been going to a hip hop dance class each week.
He HAS been going...
100
- Main message is clear and developed - Supporting details enrich the theme This trait is being described.
What is ideas?
200
Writing that is intended to convince the audience to agree with their point of view.
What is persuasive writing?
200
The food was good and delicious. As I was eating it, I thought it was good. Who would have thought food could taste so good? Yum, food. The student would most likely lose points in which category (Choose a trait).
What is word choice?
200
A student had a clear thesis and conclusion. Their body paragraphs were organized in this fashion- Firstly, secondly, thirdly. The student received a 3.5 for organization. Why? Why might he/she have lost points?
Because it's boring! Pattern is not "intriguing"
200
He speaked quietly to the receptionist in the crowded office. Correct this statement.
What is spoke?
200
- Inviting introduction - Satisfying conclusion - Logical sequencing - Well controlled pacing - Thoughtful transition/ transition words - Connected Paragraphs This trait is being described.
What is organization?
300
Narrative writing is written with this sole purpose in mind.
What is entertainment?
300
I have been to the zoo before. Zoos from all around the world are different. I once went to a zoo where they had a giant monkey cage, while another zoo had a giant panda exhibit. The Atlanta zoo is my favorite because it is humongous. My little brother has never been to the zoo. We went before he was born. On the other hand, my friend has been 16 times. Besides organization, this student would lose points from which category? List a trait.
What is ideas? (What is the main idea of this paragraph??)
300
A student received a 2 on voice. What is the most likely reason?
The paper sounded robotic. There were no hints of humanity.
300
The society is becoming more diverse every year. Correct this statement
What is society? No THE...
300
Rich, colorful, precise language that englightens the reader. Language is natural. This trait is being described.
What is word choice?
400
List two other types of fictional writing besides narratives.
What is imaginative and creative writing?
400
Adventure. It can mean different things to different people. For some, it might be jumping head first out of a tiny airplane, zooming miles above earth. While for others, it could mean taking an alternative route to work; venturing down an unkown road. Regardless, the point is to get there. Do something different. Get ourside your comfort zone. This paragraph is a strong example of this trait.
What is sentence fluency?
400
Why did a student earn a 2.5 in word choice for the statement below? Term adoption ought to be equalized.
What is using unnatural vocabulary? Many of the words don't work or sound awkward. It would be translated as- Word choice should be natural.
400
He hated being in front of the class; it made him feel like a centerpiece for judgement. Correct this statement
What is judgment?
400
The rhythm and flow of the language, the sound of word patterns, and the way in which the writing plays to the ear, and not the eye. This trait is being described.
What is sentence fluency?
500
Prompt: Compare and Contrast the film version The Fault in our Stars with the novel. The prompt above would be an example of this type of writing.
What is expository writing?
500
I know. This sounds silly, but the favorite part of my day is when I get to cut articles out of the newspaper. As an editor, my assistant is supposed to do this for me. She is supposed to cut them out, throw away the garbage, and paste the articles to our "Think" board. However, I don't mind that she forgets. It makes me feel young again. Alive even. I feel like I am back in Ms. Mortimer's kindgarten class. Cutting. Pasting. Ahhh. Complete relaxation. This is a strong example of which trait? NOT SF
What is voice?
500
List two reasons why a paper might receive a 1 for sentence fluency.
- Sentences are choppy - Phrasing does not sound natural - No sentence sense present - Sentences all begin the same way - Endless connectives, if any are present - Writing does not sound expressive when read out loud
500
She went to yoga class, and then she bought herself a mocha latte. Correct this statement
What is...nothing is incorrect! hahaha
500
The unique perspective of the writer is evident throughout the piece. The writer speaks directly to the reader. This trait is being described.
What is voice?